The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Anambra State Command has expressed its willingness to collaborate with the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) to find sustainable solutions to the issue of tanker accidents and related fatalities in the state.
Corps Commander Joyce Alexander made this commitment during a meeting with NUPENG executives, where she stressed the importance of working together to address the growing concerns surrounding tanker accidents.
A statement issued on Saturday by the Sector Public Education Officer, Margaret Onabe, revealed that the sector commander acknowledged the Union’s call for the establishment of designated truck parks, referencing the United Nations road traffic regulations as a guiding framework.
The statement read, “The Federal Road Safety Corps, Anambra State Command, is eager to partner with NUPENG in seeking long-term solutions to tanker accidents and the fatalities that result. The sector commander urged private truck owners to register their vehicles and ensure their drivers comply with safety regulations.”
Additionally, the FRSC boss requested that NUPENG facilitate monthly public awareness sessions for drivers to promote safe practices on the roads.
Earlier in the meeting, NUPENG Chairman Izuchukwu Onaka highlighted the persistent issue of poor road conditions, which he identified as a leading cause of tanker accidents. Onaka called on the government to prioritize road repairs and urged the FRSC to push for the creation of designated truck parks where drivers can rest, thus avoiding the dangers of night travel.
The meeting concluded with plans for a forthcoming Town Hall meeting for tanker and truck operators, focused on discussing tanker-related incidents. Both the FRSC and NUPENG reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing road safety and reducing tanker accidents in Anambra State.
